DOJ states Trump’s call for Comey charges does not support dropping indictment
Justice Department Responds to Comey’s Motion The Justice Department recently filed a response defending President Trump’s tweet that called for former FBI Director James Comey’s prosecution, arguing it doesn’t constitute a call for revenge. This response was prompted by a motion from Comey asking a judge to dismiss the charges against him on the grounds […]
Comey and His Friend Marked Leak to NY Times in Troubling Emails
Former FBI Director James Comey encouraged a colleague to talk to a reporter and later praised the ensuing article, according to personal emails released by the Department of Justice (DOJ). The emails and texts reveal how Daniel Richman, a law professor and friend of Comey’s, engaged with the media, particularly after receiving a top-secret security […]
Prosecution of James Comey is valid, not a ‘vindictive’ act out of Trump’s grudges, authorities state
Justice Department Addresses Lawsuit Against Comey The lawsuit involving former FBI Director James Comey is not merely an extension of President Trump’s animosity, but rather a legitimate effort to hold public officials accountable, as federal prosecutors contended on Monday. Comey’s legal team, representing the 64-year-old, filed a motion on October 20 seeking to dismiss charges […]
Trump questioned about instructing DOJ to go after Comey, Bolton, James
Trump Defends Justice Department’s Actions in CBS Interview President Donald Trump has made it clear that he has not instructed the Justice Department to go after former FBI Director James Comey, former national security adviser John Bolton, or New York Attorney General Letitia James. During an interview with CBS News’ Norah O’Donnell on “60 Minutes,” […]
James Comey, former FBI director, seeks to dismiss the indictment for lying to Congress, arguing that Senator Ted Cruz’s questions were overly lengthy and confusing.
James Comey is pushing to have the criminal case against Senator Ted Cruz regarding alleged lying to Congress dismissed, citing that Cruz’s questioning was too lengthy and unclear, yet Comey’s responses were entirely truthful. Comey’s legal team contends that his testimony, in which he stated he didn’t approve of media leaks about the investigation into […]
James Comey requests a judge to dismiss charges, stating the case is ‘vindictive’ and the prosecutor’s appointment was unlawful.
Comey Seeks Dismissal of Charges Former FBI Director James Comey has requested a federal judge to throw out the criminal case against him, arguing that it represents a “retaliatory and selective prosecution.” He further claimed that U.S. Attorney Lindsay Harrigan was appointed unlawfully. At 64, Comey is facing federal charges for allegedly lying to Congress […]
Comey Believes He’d Be Clear If It Weren’t For Trump’s ‘Personal Grudge’
Indictment Secured Quickly After Appointment Lindsey Halligan, the Interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, managed to obtain an indictment merely four days after being appointed by Trump to replace Erik Siebert. Reports suggest Siebert was removed due to his hesitation to pursue charges. The FBI made an internal announcement regarding this situation […]
Comey asks the judge to dismiss the case that he claims is driven by Trump’s personal resentment.
On Monday, former FBI Director James Comey requested a federal judge to dismiss the criminal charges against him, arguing that they stem from personal animosity towards him by President Trump, rather than legitimate concerns. He made this assertion in a complaint that spans 51 pages. Comey emphasized that the Constitution protects individuals’ rights to express […]
Comey requests the dismissal of his criminal case due to ‘vindictive’ prosecution.
James Comey Pleads Not Guilty James Comey, the former FBI Director, has entered a not guilty plea concerning accusations of making false statements and obstructing a congressional investigation. This development comes as former Assistant U.S. Attorney Andy McCarthy assessed the government’s case against Comey. On Monday, Comey’s legal team urged a federal judge to dismiss […]
Trump uses the Justice Department against Letitia James and James Comey
Last Thursday, President Trump continued his use of the Justice Department to target people who upset him. This time, New York Attorney General Letitia James, a classmate of mine from law school, was indicted on charges related to mortgage fraud and making false statements. A federal grand jury in the Eastern District of Virginia also […]